Chelsea and Nike announce new 'long-term' kit deal starting from 2017/18 season

Chelsea have signed a "long-term" deal with Nike starting from next season in a partnership the sports brand describe as "the largest commercial deal in the club's history".

Nike confirmed the deal, which will see them supply Chelsea's kits from the 2017/18 season onward, on Thursday but did not confirm how long it will last. Standard Sport understands the deal will be worth about £60million per season to Chelsea.

Talking about the partnership, Nike Brand president Trevor Edwards said: "Chelsea is a world-class club with a rich tradition and passionate fans across the globe. The partnership with Chelsea reinforces our leadership position in football. We are excited to help grow the club’s global reach, serving players and supporters with Nike innovation and design."

Chelsea director, Marina Granovskaia, also gave her thoughts on the deal as she expressed her belief that Nike will successfully help the Blues reach new commercial markets.

"This is an incredibly exciting and important deal for the club. Like Chelsea, Nike is known around the world for its excellence and innovation and we look forward to working together in what is sure to be a successful partnership," she said.

"We believe Nike will be able to support our growth into new markets as well as helping us maintain our place among the world’s elite football clubs."